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National OEWS median $63,800 , national employment 465,840 (May 2025). Top metros below use published metro medians only.
Highest-paying metros
| Metro | Median | Middle half | OEWS emp. | RPP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | $103,380 | $74,300 to $122,540 | 12,750 | 103.6 |
| Minneapolis | $101,630 | $65,290 to $114,980 | 6,730 | 104.8 |
| Portland | $101,010 | $72,440 to $128,360 | 4,600 | 105.4 |
| Boston | $96,760 | $62,640 to $117,900 | 9,200 | 108.3 |
| Seattle | $95,230 | $62,040 to $126,730 | 6,350 | 111.1 |
BLS OEWS May 2025. RPP is BEA all-items (2024), US = 100.